This apartment would be a great place to live. It is clean, modern, comfortable and has a beautiful view from the 28th floor! The kitchen has room to move around and the bathroom is one of the best I've seen. The room has floor to ceiling windows and overlooks a small lake in a good sized park. I didn't get a chance to use the pool or gym facilities but the building is modern and the elevators were quick.
The check-in process was unique and interesting. You walk past the modern new building to an old run-down local patio area to collect the keys. It feels strange but there was a woman there to make sure things went smoothly for me and everything worked out perfect. It is awkward to see the signs declaring short time stays (airbnb) illegal at the entrance to the building but the security guards at the driveway entrance and at the front desk were always professional and courteous, nodding hello as I came and went. Of course, I didn't talk to them about anything but there was never any feeling of suspicion or discourtesy.
The location is complicated. It is a good 10+ minute walk to the train station and there are very few restaurants on the main street. But things are quiet and you're removed from the insanity of busier areas of the city.
There is a 7-11 right next to the building and a bus stop very close. There also are many street vendors in the area. There are many taxis and motorbikes in the area. Frequently while walking, a bike would pull up and offer a ride. The motorbike taxis are fantastic. You can haggle a bit and negotiate the price. Traffic is insane in Bangkok but the motorbikes weave through it. My first ride was a white knuckle experience but I grew to enjoy the skill with which the bikes would weave between and through the cars.
Communication with the host was quick and excellent. The room was beautiful, comfortable and very reasonably priced. I would stay again.